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Description

The Wine Trade Professional Certificate Program is a ten week intensive, professional development program. The Wine Trade Professional Certificate is taught on the Central Washington University campus in Ellensburg Fall quarter. Completion of the certificate program prepares students for a variety of careers in the wine industry. Below is an outline of the curriculum.

Courses

For complete admission requirements and program information, click here.

Who is it for?

The CWU Wine Trade Professional Certificate Program is designed for individuals seeking a profession in the wine industry. The program is also designed for individuals currently in the wine industry wishing to advance their careers. Participants must be able to attend all sessions and will be expected to put in a considerable amount of time on projects and assignments.

Benefits

• Minimal time spent away from work while completing coursework.
• Rapid entry in to the wine industry.
• Fundamental knowledge of viticulture and winemaking.
• Ability to use professional tasting techniques for wine evaluation.

Eligibility

The total number of applicants admitted may be limited. The following requirements must be met:

• Be 18 years of age or older
• A minimum overall college GPA of 2.5
• Students must earn a cumulative minimum 2.5 GPA to receive a certificate of completion

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Application Process

Students must fill out an application that includes an essay of motivation and goals. Upon approval of the application, an in-person or telephone interview will be conducted between the program advisor and the student. Upon admittance to the program students must agree to sign a written statement regarding professional conduct and responsibility. Students must be 18 years prior to the first day of class.

To print an application packet click here. Applications may be picked up on campus in Michaelsen Hall, Room 100. To request an application packet, call 509-963-1969 or email jill.perilloclark@cwu.edu. The completed application will be reviewed by the program advisor. Mail completed applications to:

Central Washington University

Jill Clark
Wine Studies
400 E University Way
Ellensburg, WA 98926-7565

Financial Obligations

Normal tuition applies to WINE courses however additional fees are required for field trips and wine analysis. The courses are eligible for student financial aid for matriculated CWU students.

More Information

    Visit: Wine Studies
    E-mail: jill.perilloclark@cwu.edu
    Phone: 509-963-1969